AVAILABLE

Initial intake information: Black Male - 80 lbs - Available now

Hi my name is Demarco, although I must admit sometimes I think it’s no because I hear that a lot too. I’m quite the handsome guy and a little bit smaller than some of my gy friends. But don’t let my smaller size fool you I’m full of life and don’t have much use for sleep. My favorite days are going to the country
where I have a lake to play around and swim in. I have a strong desire to hunt and retrieve and irronically am fascinated with dragonflies. I’ll gladly chase them around for hours, enjoying every minute.

When I’m in the city, I really enjoy riding in the car and going on long walks. I’m told I’m a little over exuberant at the beginning of a walk but after a while I go at a normal pace. Being confined for an extended period is not good for me. My energy level becomes more than I can handle. So hours of exercise or getting out two or three times a day is best for me right now - and that's on top of my squirrel duty in the back yard.

I’m pretty good in the house but still have to stay in the crate when I’m home alone. Apparently its because I will pick up anything on the floor. I do
have my favorite toys but can truly and throughly enjoy getting a water bottle or milk jug to play with and chew on. Boxes are another favorite, but that can make quite the mess.

So if you’re the active type and like a loving & energetic companion - lets set up a time to meet.

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Initial intake information: Yellow Female 56 lbs- Heartworm negative-  Available now. 

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Initial intake information: Chocolate Female 65 lbs - Available now

Zella and Big Boy are brother and sister litter mates.  Their human family fell on some challenging times and had to move in with family that could not have dogs. They are sweet and playful and full of energy.  They want to be loved and give love.   They are house trained and great in the crate.   

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Initial intake information: Chocolate Male 69 lbs - Avail now

Zella and Big Boy are brother and sister litter mates.  Their human family fell on some challenging times and had to move in with family that could not have dogs. They are sweet and playful and full of energy.  They want to be loved and give love.   They are house trained and great in the crate.   

They are looking for a great family to love as a bonded pair.

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Initial Intake Info:  Black - Male - 53 lbs.  Heartworm Positive.  Available now. 

Hi there, my name is Davey. Sometimes they call me Air Davey because of high leaps when catching a ball.  The animal control people found me and, having no ID, cash, or permanent address, picked me up on a vagrancy charge. I don’t know why or how long I was on the streets, but I was so hungry the jail food tasted like leg of lamb. It was very scary in the shelter. I waited and waited for my owners but they never came for me.  

Finally, some guy from an outfit called DFW Lab Rescue bailed me out and took me to the vet to get fixed up. As luck would have, after weeks in boarding, the fellow that freed me from the shelter took me home to foster me. I love my foster family, including their big yellow lab Bailey, but I know that I must move on. I still have puppy energy but they say that I’m getting better every day. If you give me a chance you won’t regret it.

From Davey's foster:

Davey was malnourished and HW+ when rescued. His ribs and backbone were noticeably visible and his coat was scruffy. His nails were so long he had difficulty walking. Life was pretty tough for him before coming to DFW Lab Rescue. Today, Davey is healthy and energetic and he looks it. He has filled out nicely and his coat is beautiful. His house manners have improved immensely but still needs a bit more work and patience as he matures.

Davey is housebroken and walks reasonably well on the leash. At about 65 pounds, he’s neither too big nor too small, making him fairly easy to handle. He is not a jumper or digger and doesn’t chew on anything that does not belong to him. Davey is a rough and tumble guy with a fun personality who needs lots of exercise. He will chase a ball far longer then most people are willing to throw one. He also loves playing with other dogs. Davey seems to really like children too although he could unintentionally knock a toddler down. What Davey wants the most is a buddy to play with and love.

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Initial intake information: Chocolate Male - 84 lbs - Heartworm positive -  TBD 

I came from a shelter after I was found running around having the time of my life!  You see, I had spent my time before that living with an unregistered breeder. He told the shelter I had sired 11 liters of pups. (Foster Mom thinks I was his favorite daddy because I am so handsome and would produce some really stunning little labs). My owner was told I would be returned after they neutered me (No more stunning little labs for me). And you know what he did? He said I was worthless to him neutered and walked out!  But those smart folks knew exactly what to do. They called DFW Lab Rescue and here I am today.  

Everybody on the street stops and looks at me because I am such a handsome hunk of lab (did I mention I’m a looker?).  For a youngster, Foster Mom says I am pretty good (I think that means compared to others she has had). I sit most of the time – and always for a treat or meals. We are working on “stay” and I’m getting better. I am also improving with the “easy” command when I take the treat from her. My biggest accomplishment is waiting after she opens the door for our walk until she says “okay” because I LOVE my walks and getting to see this big interesting world.  

I am looking for my new home and hoping my Forever Family will show up soon. I would do great in a home with no other dogs or one that has a submissive buddy that can teach me to "dog". I won't do well with an alpha in the same house or children under the age of 14. I love to sleep in my crate because it's socozy and if I'm being honest, I grumble when I am woken up, but only for a few minutes.  If you think I might be the guy for you, just let the folks on the adoptions team know!

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Initial intake information: Chocolate Male - 80 lbs - Heartworm postive - Est available  ealry July

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Initial intake information: Black Male - 64 lbs - Heartworm negative - Est available  Late June

Hi  I am Bayer and I’m a PUPPY! Not to brag, but everyone says how handsome I am. Plus I’m friendly and outgoing so I have that going for me too. I have a LOT of energy and I am really excited to meet everyone so I might jump at first but I am really sweet. My love language is KISSES. I could give them all day. I know how to sit, and stay (unless there is a chance to give you a kiss). As I said, I am still a puppy and a little goofy sometimes but I am completely potty trained and think that my crate is a nice place to hang out when no one is home to play with me. I am well behaved in the car, and on a leash so lets go for long walks in the park, short walks around the block, next door to say hi to the neighbors or maybe we just run in the backyard? Are you active and like to play? If so - we are going to have a great time together. 

Who is a Good Boy? My foster Mom says its ME!  Did I mention that I like kisses?

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Initial Intake Info:  Black - Male - 48 lbs - Heartworm Negative - Est. Avail. Early July

My name is Doogie, and I'm still a puppy - why do I say that? My old family didn't like all of my puppy energy, but I just love to play tug of war and to go on walks! I'm looking for a family that likes the action and sports lifestyle. I'm crate trained, but it may take me a little bit to get used to a new one. I do well with other dogs but I may need to be introduced slowly over 30 minutes. I may be too much for little children because I get so excited I sometimes run into my humans. I would be great with older children or teenagers though! I am a polite eater, house-trained, and do not jump. I can't wait to meet you!

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Initial intake information: Yellow Male - 60 lbs - Heartworm negative -

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Chocolate  Female - 68 lbs - Heartworm negative - 

My name is Caycee, I am one beautiful lady and I weigh in at 67 pounds, not an ounce of fat on me. I am one of those very short hair labs that don’t require any grooming, very low maintenance. I came from good home that I loved very much but my owner had to give me up, not for
anything I did as far as I know. I am very good in the house, just leave my crate door open so when I am ready I can go to bed, you will not hear a pep out of me until you say it is time for breakfast. I am good with small or big dogs, I am good with little people, I love them all. I still get excited and jump up on the incoming guests but when reminded I do behave myself. I'm pretty good on a leash but have to be reminded not to go too fast and I'm good on all other commands except stay (still working on that one). I am an active dog when outside, I love to fetch, but don’t even think about it when it is 95 degrees, I will fetch one time and you will not find where I have hidden the ball. If you are interested in a good dog, they just don’t get much better than me!

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Black Male - 82 lbs -  - Avail now

This gentle giant has the happiest disposition and loves his people! His calm, quiet personality makes him such a treasured companion for those that like to snuggle and gain an occasional kiss.

Bradie completed his heartworm treatment earlier this year and is now learning to play chase with his two foster sisters. He’s given us the gift of seeing a playful side starting to shine through as he begins to trust more with each passing day. Even though he was picked up as a stray, he is well mannered and knows some commands. He is crate trained and can sometimes be found just hanging out in his crate. He has enjoyed full run of the house while we are away and can often be found relaxing by the door awaiting our return.  He’s extremely content being by your side either indoors or out. 

If you’re looking for a happy-go-lucky companion that loves belly rubs, has an inquisitive nature and knows his manners then Bradie is the one.

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Yellow Female 80 lbs - Heartworm Positive - 

Babye is a beautiful & sweet girl that is still working on figuring it all out. She is learning how to properly play with other dogs, improving on walks, learning what she can and cannot do in a home ..... she is just learning.  She will need a family that understands that diamonds take time and pressure (in this case - consistency and structure) and she will be an amazing dog. She has a great lab disposition.

Having come to us after being a stray, she is was skinny and didn't know how to ride in a car or introduce herself properly to people or dogs. But Babye is smart and learning what no, down, sit and stay all means. An active family that will continue her training will be all Babye needs to make your home, her home and become your best friend.

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Black Male - 94 lbs - Heartworm negative - Avail now

Anyone looking for a perfectly mannered, slightly older gentleman to be their companion while watching TV, taking naps, going for walks?  Then Tobey might be your guy. He is a little older fella who spent his entire life (since 4 months old) with the same family. Because of their age and finances they are no longer able to take care of him. He has grieved the loss of his family but is now ready to move on to a new forever home. He is totally housebroken (uses a doggy door if you happen to have one), doesn’t chew inappropriately, doesn’t even try to get on furniture, and most importantly, loves all people and dogs.  We don’t know his experience with cats. He probably didn’t get the exercise he needed in the past as he’s overweight. In the time he has been in rescue, we’ve cut back on his kibble and he enjoys walks. Although he’s only lost a few pounds so far, he’s running to the fence to chase away those pesky squirrels on HIS fence.

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Yellow Female - 70 lbs - Heartworm positive - Avail now

Kendall is a very calm, compliant, trainable, smart and super chill dog.  She is wonderful around our active family.  She loves being in the middle of whatever we are doing, yet is happy to lay at our feet as we sip our morning coffee.  She does not like loud mechanical noises, thunder, or the hose water noise but does fine with people excitement and we think she would be good with smaller children.  Everyone who meets her comments on how sweet and happy she is.  She is waiting to become your best friend!

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Yellow Male - 130 lbs - Heartworm negative - Avail now

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial Intake Info:  Black - Male - 66 lbs.  Heartworm Negative.  Available now. 

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial Intake Info:  Chocolate - Male - 41 lbs.  Heartworm Negative.  Est. Available Early July

Hey!  My name is Cotter and I am ALL puppy!  Who wants to play ball with me?  I love chasing the ball and bringing it back to my foster parents.  They are trying to teach me “drop it” so that I can chase the ball again and again.  I’m a pretty smart puppy!  I’m doing well with the re-fresher of house training and I know sit.  We’re working on off, down and quiet.  The other day when it rained, I loved running and playing in the puddles in the backyard! I don’t mind running around playing with the ball in the rain either!!  It was fun! 

I’m a good boy and I go into my crate at night.  But I would prefer that you wait until it’s time for the lights to go out or I will keep chatting with you until you turn them off.  I’m very curious when going on walks and learning not to pull.  My foster family has 2 boys to play with and 2 dogs to play with who are also from DFW Lab Rescue. I love getting attention and will try and steal it from the other dogs and kids.  My foster parents say I’m going to be a great addition to any family!!

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: One of Sandie's puppies - Black Male - Est available  Mid June

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Yellow Male - 74 lbs - Heartworm negative - Late June

I’m Sundance, a handsome boy who adjusted to my foster home and people in a few hours. I’m happy, playful and affectionate. Like most labs, I want to be with my people. I don’t want to stay in the backyard by myself, I want to be with the family. I love to chase tennis balls and am learning to catch and bring them back to be thrown again. I love the 3 year old grandson that comes to play, although he doesn’t appreciate all of the kisses I give him. I am housebroken and crate trained, but I would rather sleep on the bed with you.  I like to explore the backyard and to chase squirrels and rabbits (I haven’t caught one yet.)  I am energetic and like to run and jump. I walk on a leash but like to walk out in front; I get excited and distracted when I detect a rabbit or squirrel. I  need a 6 foot fence because I can jump really high! I am friendly with the neighbors dogs and I am not a barker. I’m not sure that I've met any cats so not sure how I would do with them.   

I look forward to being a great family pet; especially one with kids.

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Yellow Male - 95 lbs - Heartworm negative -

Chesney  foster family has qualified to adopt him and has been approved. He will move directly to Adoption Pending and not made available .

ADOPTION PENDING

Initial intake information: Black Female - 58 lbs - Heartworm Negative - available now